During a high school hockey game in Rhode Island, Robert Dorgan fatally shot his son and ex-wife, firing without any prior warning, authorities reported on Tuesday.
Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves explained that there were no previous indications of violence, noting that Dorgan had attended many hockey games in the past, labeling the tragic event as a “domestic violence incident.”
Dorgan, who is transgender, reportedly used a Glock 10mm and a SIG Sauer P226 in a “very targeted attack” at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena on Sunday afternoon.
Surveillance footage captured Dorgan entering and exiting the arena prior to the shooting. Gonsalves mentioned that they were still tracking his movements leading up to the incident.
Officers stated that three bystanders managed to subdue Dorgan as he began firing.
As the situation escalated, Dorgan drew a second gun and continued the assault.
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Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien commended the bravery of those who confronted Dorgan, emphasizing that their actions “saved lives.”
Authorities confirmed that Dorgan legally obtained both firearms, and he held a concealed weapons permit in Florida. It’s uncertain whether he had the right to carry them outside of the state.
His ex-wife Rhonda and son Aidan Dorgan were tragically killed in the incident.
Gonsalves identified three additional victims: Rhonda’s parents, Linda and Gerald Dorgan, along with family friend Thomas Gelso, all of whom remain in critical condition.
